Arts & Crafts in Teignbridge

From spectacular craft centres to exciting festivals, the arts and crafts scene in Teignbridge is constantly providing innovative and exciting ways to bring creative people together. Those visiting the area can explore the arts and crafts activities, attractions and events on offer below.

Attractions & Arts Centres

Whether it’s getting hands on to create a masterpiece of your own or browsing other people’s art to buy or fill you with inspiration, the towns in Teignbridge will cater to all your arts and crafts needs. If you’re looking for arts and crafts attractions across the whole of South Devon, please click here.

The Paint Hub

The Paint Hub is located in Dawlish Warren and gives budding artists of all ages a chance to try their hand at painting pottery. Young or old, everyone can enjoy making their own piece of art all within a colourful setting alongside a lovely café where visitors can enjoy a slice of delicious cake and a coffee too. Prices start from just £7, to learn more about The Paint Hub, please click here.

Devon Guild of Craftsmen

Situated in the creative town of Bovey Tracey, the Devon Guild of Craftsmen is housed within a Grade II listed building and displays a vast array of crafts by amazing craftspeople. From woodwork to textiles, those visiting can peruse a great selection of items to purchase in the shop as well as enjoying whatever exhibition is on at the time. Find out further information about the Devon Guild of Craftsmen here.

House of Marbles

House of Marbles can be found in Bovey Tracey and is the perfect destination for a fun day out. Their onsite glassworks allows guests to discover glassmaking techniques and the shop means you can buy a little piece of this art to take home with you. With museums of pottery, marbles, games and more as well as no admission charge, it’s sure keep the whole family entertained. Discover more about House of Marbles here.

Events

Teignbridge in South Devon has lots of fantastic arts and crafts events that will get your creative juices flowing, specifically two amazing festivals which you can find more information about below. In addition to these, the area and wider South Devon region also plays host to plenty of exhibitions and other great arts events, to view all of these, please click here.

The Contemporary Craft Festival

Every year Bovey Tracey welcomes The Contemporary Craft Festival which brings together talented makers to display their works. Little ones can have fun in the children’s craft tent and there’s also a great collection of street food and of course live music! Please click here for additional details about The Contemporary Craft Festival.

Glas-Denbury Music & Arts Festival

A family friendly festival set within glorious Devon countryside in Denbury, Glas-Denbury Music & Arts Festival celebrates the arts and music from incredible artists across the South West and further afield. With a focus of sustainability and creating an environment safe for all ages, it truly is a fantastic festival held within South Devon. Find out more about Glas-Denbury Music & Arts Festival here.

Galleries

Many towns in the Teignbridge district of South Devon are home to inspiring galleries full of captivating artwork from local artists and craftspeople. The popular coastal resort of Teignmouth in particular has a superb collection of galleries so those in the market for some great art will not be disappointed by the variety.

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